First wheel build.
02-23-04, 06:51 PM
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First wheel build.
I built my first wheel last night. It was a rear with XTR hub, black DT double butted spokes, Bontrager Valiant rim, and red and silver nipples. I took a ride on it today. It stayed perfectly true. I was amazed at how easy it was to do. I am very proud of myself. 
I just thought I would post and brag a bit.
Is there anything special I need to do after the first few rides?
I just thought I would post and brag a bit. Is there anything special I need to do after the first few rides?
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Well done 
Just keep at eye on spoke tension, and give it a true after a few decent rides. That goes for all wheels, not just freshly-homemade ones.
Just keep at eye on spoke tension, and give it a true after a few decent rides. That goes for all wheels, not just freshly-homemade ones.
02-23-04, 08:26 PM
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Still kicking.
Congrats on the build, mind to share any pictures?
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Once you've built your own wheels, high-end Mavic pre-built envy pretty much goes out the window, huh?
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Thanks Punisher. 
Yeah if this wheel holds up I will never buy a pre-built set again.
Yeah if this wheel holds up I will never buy a pre-built set again.
02-25-04, 10:58 AM
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Originally Posted by Feltup
Thanks Punisher.
Yeah if this wheel holds up I will never buy a pre-built set again.
Yeah if this wheel holds up I will never buy a pre-built set again.
I was curious about the tools you used to build your wheel.
I am assuming you had a spoke wrench and truing stand.
DId you have a tensionmeter?
I would like to try my own wheelbuild, and I am happy to hear you found it easy. I a curious about any tips you might have for a first timer.
Thanks.
